What is the purpose of Human Resources within firms?
Asked by metalikidd7
I'm becoming more and more interested in finding a job in human resources. However, i'm not to keen on the details of the job. I know it has a lot to do with recruiting. Can anyone give me a detailed description of Human Resources do? Thanks.

Best Answer:
recruiting, ( processing applications/resumes, phone interviews, sit down interviews, required tests, background checks, reference checks, drug screens, physicals, etc) hiring(orientation paperwork, insurance issues, retirement plan issues, safety/sexual harrassment videos) termination( exit interviews, paperwork concerning the termination) provide employment verification for previous employees and act as a reference deal with problems with employees that arise on a daily basis( conflict resolution, sit in as a mediator between conflicting parties) additional employee training relating to workforce issues(safety training, etc) working on company manuals, policies, rules and procedures and enforcing those policies and rules
i work in hr
Answered by crzyaltego

it's usually the dept that has all the information of employees it also takes care of work related issues,labor disputes,employee health and welfare benefits, company policies and rules...
Answered by R L